The distribution manager of Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision Pvt. Ltd., Pankaj Jaisingh has refuted rumors in the trade that the concern has achieved a formidable tie-up with YashRaj Films for the release of 'VEER ZAARA' . There was speculation in the trade that Ashtavinayak had paid a hefty price for the deal. "The question does not arise. Ashtavinayak has not entered into any such tie-up nor has it had any talks to that effect," Jaisingh revealed.

On the other hand, the spokesperson at YashRaj's distribution office, Mr Pillai, also denied the news. "We have our own distribution network for all the films that we release so there is no question of entering into a tie-up with anyone," he said.It may be recalled that Ashtavinayak which has major expansion plans made its foray into distribution in a big way by paying an unheard price for SRK's 'Main Hoon Na'. The production and distribution outfit has major projects lined up for release in the coming few months.